For over five decades of travel across India, I discovered the joy of connecting with people from diverse cultures. In metro cities, Hindi and English often helped me communicate, but in small towns and villages, I realized the importance of knowing the basics of the local language. This inspired me to create a practical handbook series—Bhartiya Bhashayen—designed to help travellers and learners pick up essential communication skills in regional languages. Each book in the series focuses on one Indian language, offering simple, everyday phrases and expressions that make interaction easier during travel or short stays.

This volume, “Learn to Converse in Telugu”, is dedicated to the beautiful Telugu language. Known as the “Italian of the East” for its musical rhythm and sweetness, Telugu is spoken by millions across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and beyond. With this book, you can quickly grasp the basics needed to converse with locals, navigate daily situations, and experience the warmth of Telugu culture more closely.

Compact, handy, and easy to follow, this book is your travel companion whenever you step into a region where Telugu is spoken.